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Becker’s Washington Weekly: Week of May 11

05.11.2026
Perry S. AdairAnthony BedellChris BerardiniAngel W. Colón-RiveraShannon DuncansonBert GómezSadie HaireAlfonso LopezNeri Ann MartinezClarence WilliamsAmanda L. WoodCorey Weeks

Reconciliation Negotiations Continue Congress returns to Washington with the House set to take up its first fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill as Senate Republicans continue to navigate a second budget reconciliation bill. This week, the House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on a bill to fund military construction and […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Federal Lobbying

“Understanding Condominium Association Fees in Florida Unit Sales and Transfers” – News-Press

05.10.2026
Joseph E. Adams

Q: I am in the process of selling my condominium unit. What fees or other charges can my condominium association charge in connection with the sale of my unit? (R.B., via e-mail) A: Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, the Condominium Act, provides that a condominium association cannot charge a fee in […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac Changes – What Community Associations Need to Know

05.06.2026
Martin C. Cabalar

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac quietly announced several important policy changes in March 2026 that will directly impact communities across the country. While these updates are not laws – meaning, there is no legal requirement to comply with them – practically speaking, failing to do so can significantly impact the […]

Areas of Focus: New Jersey Condo, Co-Op & HOA

“Maintaining Order—Managing Conflict in Community Associations” – FLCAJ

05.05.2026
Jennifer L. Biletnikoff

Living in a community association sounds simple—you have shared amenities (without the maintenance headaches that go along with it), professionally maintained properties, and social connections and offerings without having to leave your community. However, living in a community association also means shared personalities with differing opinions…and not all personalities are […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

“Understanding Insurance Obligations for Florida Homeowners’ Associations” – News-Press

05.03.2026
Joseph E. Adams

Q: I own a home in an association and there have been ongoing discussions regarding what type of insurance our homeowners’ association must carry. Our homes are townhouse style with common walls and roofs and there has been confusion as to the type of property insurance policies that the association […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association